Can the nasal-spray flu vaccine LAIV (NASOVAC) be given to patients when they are ill ?
The nasal-spray flu vaccine LAIV (NASOVAC) can be given to people with minor illnesses (e.g., diarrhea or mild upper respiratory tract infection without fever). However, if nasal congestion is present that might limit delivery of the vaccine to the nasal lining, in which case delaying of vaccination until the nasal congestion is reduced, should be considered. If the pandemic situation allows, immunisation should be postponed in patients with severe febrile illness or any acute infection.
